Advising Modulation of Social Media Use with Patients: How an Educational Video for Medical Trainees Shows Promise

To the Editor: The effect of social media use on youth mental health is complex, which makes it difficult for health providers to make individualized recommendations for pediatric patients and their caregivers who monitor their use. Due to the individual nature of social media effects on mental health, it is important for providers to take a thorough media history. Because youth may have varied knowledge about the more sophisticated ways of modulating social media use, health care professionals need to provide education to ensure equal opportunity for maximization of well-being.